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Flagship mini electrical probe stage
-190°C - 600°C with liquid nitrogen cooling option
Compact design to fit on Raman, optical microscope, reflection FTIR microscope
28 mm × 30 mm sample area
4 independent electrical probes with manual positioning
Optional triaxial connection for pA measurement
Optional extra feedthrough
The HCP621G-PM is a gastight, temperature-controlled probing stage capable of heating and cooling between -190°C and 600°C. Four (4) independent electrical probers are manually positioned onto the sample, which rests on a 30mm x 28mm silver thermal block. Electrical heating provides precision temperature control up to 600°C, while Instec's optional LN2-P system enables sample cooling via LN2 circulation down to -190°C.
The HCP621G-PM gastight chamber supports a positive-pressure gas purge up to +0.5 Bar for reactive/ Inert gasses or humidity control. The alternative HCP421V-PM model comes with a vacuum-tight chamber, and is rated for a positive pressure +0.5 Bar gas purge, or a rough 10*10^-3 mBar evacuation for prevention of condensation or oxidation while heating/ cooling. The vacuum-tight version is strongly recommended for extended duration experiments at low temperatures, but has a reduced upper heating limit of 400ºC under vacuum.
This miniature probing stage is ideal for performing electrical device or materials characterization, and can easily be used with optical instruments to add temperature control capabilities to almost any optical tool.
Upgrade to the HCP621G-PM+ model to access advanced customization options such as additional electrical feedthroughs, transmission apertures, triaxial/ SMA connector options, custom lids and much more.
For more information on INSTEC probing solutions, check out our full Electrical Probing Solutions Catalog!
Upgrade to the HCP621G-PMH non-paramagnetic probing chamber to perform Hall Effect studies with simultaneous precision temperature control and atmospheric control.
Temperature Control |
mK2000B with programmable precision LVDC output to minimize electrical noise |
Thermal Block |
Silver thermal block for superior thermal uniformity |
Minimum Temperature |
-190°C (with optional liquid N2 cooling) |
Maximum Temperature |
600°C |
Temperature Sensor |
100 Ω Platinum RTD |
Maximum Heating Rate |
+30°C per minute at 100°C |
Maximum Cooling Rate |
-40°C per minute at 100°C |
Minimum Heating and Cooling Rate |
±0.01°C per minute |
Temperature Resolution |
0.01°C |
Temperature Stability |
±0.05°C (>25°C),±0.1°C (<25°C) |
Power Supply |
Universal power input - 150W max (not including LN2 system or water cooling accessory) |
Software |
Windows 10/11 software to record and export temperature-time data |
Electrical Probes |
Four (4) DC to 500 MHz electrical probes (200V /1A max) - Prober material options such as tungsten-rhenium, beryllium-copper, or other materials - 25um or 5um tip radius options - Additional standalone electrical feedthroughs available by request |
Probe Positioning |
Manual cantilever probes independently positionable to any point of the sample area before sealing chamber. Ideal for pad sizes larger than 600 um x 600 um* *Smaller pad sizes require -MP or -MPS models |
Connectors |
Coaxial BNC connectors for HCP421V-PM base-model.
Floating, triaxial or SMA connectors available with HCP621G-PM+ model |
Sample Surface |
Electrically grounded sample area* (*Floating or triaxial options for back-biasing available with HCP621G-PM+ customizable model) |
Non-magnetic Construction |
Contains Para-magnetic materials within 100mm of sample area. See HCP621G-PMH model for better Hall-effect compatability |
Optical Access |
Optical access to sample via reflection only * Transmission aperture may be available with HCP421V-PM+ customizable model |
Optical Windows |
Removable and exchangeable windows permit full-spectrum transparency. Window options include Soda-lime, quartz (default), CaF2, etc... |
Minimum Objective Working Distance |
8.5 mm |
Top Aperture |
-Ø18 mm (standard), with Ø22mm window -Ø28 mm (optional), with Ø31.75mm window -Ø38mm (optional), with Ø42mm window |
Top Viewing Angle |
±47° (standard), ±60.7°(optional) |
Window Defrost |
External window defrost |
Sample Area |
28 mm x 30 mm (50mm x 50mm option available, contact us about the HCP402SV-PM) |
Chamber Height |
5.5 mm, max sample height of 2.5mm* *Optional spacer/ custom lid for increasing maximum sample height available with HCP621G-PM+ customizable model |
Sample Access |
Quick-access cover with spring-loaded screws.
Optional sample clips available for improved thermal contact, or for vertical mounting |
Atmosphere Control |
Supports +0.5 Bar Gas purging for controlling humidity, or reducing condensation or oxidation Note: For extended operation below -120ºC, evacuation is highly reccomended, as inert gas purge has limited effectivness in this temperature range |
Frame Cooling |
Integrated frame cooling with optional chiller system |
Mounting |
Horizontal or Vertical mounting capability. Base model includes tapped holes on frame and removable side-mounted L-Brackets. Horizontal mounting adaptors available for select instruments, or by custom design |
Frame Dimensions |
180 mm x 130 mm x 27 mm* *Overall device footprint may exceed these dimensions, be sure to consult a sales@instec.com to ensure fitment into optical instruments |
Weight |
1500g light-weight aluminum body |
Active Sample Cooling | |
- None (Standard) | - LN2-P4D3 cooling sytsem |
Window aperture | |
- 18mm (22mm glass) (Standard) | - 38mm (42mm glass) |
Window Material | |
- Quartz Glass (Standard) | - BaF2 Glass for IR |
- Soda Lime Glass | - ZnSe Glass for IR |
- CaF2 Glass for IR | - Saphire Glass for UV/IR |
Sample Mounting | |
- Threaded Holes (Standard) | - Add set of 2 sample clips |
Inner Sample Cover | |
- None (Standard) | - Add inner cover |
Enviromental Control Ports | |
- Straight quick-connect ports (Standard) | - SS bellows with KF-16 flange |
Mounting Adapters | |
- L-Brackets (Standard) | - Vertical |
- Horizontal |
- Vertical with rotation |
Electrically Biased Sample Area | |
- Grounded (Standard) | - Floating with Coax feedthrough |
Temperature Controller | |
- mK2000B with LVDC output (Standard) |
Upgrade to HCP621G-PM+ or HCS621G-PM+ for full customization options. Customizations include:
- KBR, Kapton or Teflon Windows | - Custom lids |
- Temperature limit increase | - Angled windows |
- Custom sample holders |
... And much more! |
The Standard options above can be chosen during purchasing without the need for a custom design. Pricing varies per option, and per combination of options, so contact sales@instec.com for more information.